Evaluation Specialist IV JR-0000685

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC), and other health-related entities.

HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
• And so much more!

Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Bureau of Chronic Disease Evaluation and Research (BCDER) conducts population health surveillance, program evaluation and performance measurement, with a commitment to and focus on health equity, for Division of Chronic Disease Prevention programs and others throughout the Department of Health.  Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Evaluation Specialist IV, to work within the Bureau of Chronic Disease Evaluation and Research, to lead evaluation, surveillance, and performance measurement activities for the Department’s cancer programs.  This position will work closely with internal program partners and external partners and oversee evaluation, surveillance, performance measurement and reporting requirements for a variety of cancer prevention and control program interventions.  Day to day activities include oversight of cancer-related data collection, data analysis, report development and dissemination, participation in workgroups and meetings with partners and staff supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of experience in the evaluation and/or analysis of health, human services or related programs and/or fields; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and six years of such experience; OR eight years of such experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of such experience. The incumbent in this position will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, social and behavioral sciences, or a related field; at least two years of experience with SAS or similar programming experience; experience with grant reporting; strong data management and analysis experience; experience with data visualization; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience public speaking and dissemination; supervisory experience. Experience in cancer evaluation and performance measurement. Experience or understanding of social determinants of health and principles of health equity.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. 

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.  

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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